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Speira names Peter Basten as an executive member to lead the specialities business and innovation
European aluminium rolling and recycling firm Speira has appointed Peter Basten as a member of its Executive Management Team, reinforcing its focus on speciality aluminium products and innovation. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. Basten brings twenty years of experience in the aluminium industry, primarily from Constellium. He previously led the global Packaging and Automotive Rolled Products (P&ARP) division. His earlier role as Executive Vice-President covered Strategy, Business Development, and R&D. Before Constellium, he worked at Rio Tinto's Alcan operations and served as a Strategy Consultant at Monitor Company. Commenting on the appointment, Speira’s CEO Einar...
Saudi Arabia emerges as the next hub of an integrated aluminium complex, PIF partners with Red Sea Aluminium Holdings
Saudi Arabia is set to expand its downstream aluminium manufacturing footprint after PIF and Red Sea Aluminium Holdings (RSAH) agreed initial terms to jointly develop an advanced, single integrated aluminium complex in Yanbu, located on the Kingdom’s western coast. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. The proposed development brings together the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and RSAH , a joint venture between Innovation Global Industries, Innovation New Materials and Shandong Innovation Group, to establish one of the Middle East’s largest continuous casting facilities. The joint venture will focus on producing a multi-segment product range of high-value aluminium, supporting...
European industry bodies launch alliance to boost small aluminium packaging recycling
European aluminium and packaging industry bodies have joined together to tackle low recycling rates for small aluminium packaging formats, such as coffee capsules, foil lids, and confectionery wraps that often escape effective recovery across Europe. The initiative, officially launched on January 1, 2026, is led by the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA) in partnership with Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE), aiming to improve collection, sorting, and recycling at scale across Europe against the backdrop of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. Why small aluminium is falling through the cracks While aluminium cans...
APAA applauds Trump’s move to support Atlantic Alumina Co. (ATALCO)
A fresh federal investment aimed at reinforcing the United States’ aluminium supply chain has drawn strong backing from the American Primary Aluminum Association (APAA), which has welcomed the Trump Administration’s decision to support Atlantic Alumina Co. (ATALCO). The move places renewed emphasis on alumina, a critical raw material in aluminium production, at a time when supply security is increasingly tied to national defence and energy resilience. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. ATALCO is the US’s only large-scale alumina producer, delivering a strategic gravity to the investment. APAA said the funding underlines the importance of safeguarding domestic capacity for...
Vedanta share price gains 6% overnight to reach a new high
Metal stocks dazzled on Wednesday, January 14, including industrial metals. The Nifty Metal traded 2.7 per cent higher at INR 11,660.45 levels, with Vedanta stocks gaining 6.1 per cent. From INR 637.20 (USD 7.05) on January 13, Vedanta's share price surged to INR 676 ($7.48), reflecting optimism around company-specific developments. Week-on-week, the stock price rose by 8.65 per cent. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. Vedanta’s internal reshaping is seen as a fresh source of momentum for the stock. Reports suggest the group is close to completing the regulatory clearances needed for its plan to split into five independently listed companies. Investors widely expect the...
PM Mostafa Madbouly tours Egyptalum’s new aluminium wire production line
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly recently visited Egypt Aluminium Company to inspect the newly commissioned high-quality aluminium wire production line. The facility, now fully operational, has been installed at a cost of close to USD 17.5 million and marks a significant upgrade in the company’s manufacturing capability. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. The project was delivered in partnership with Italian engineering firm Properzi and adds a high-quality aluminium wire line with an annual capacity of 60,000 tonnes. According to the Ministry of Public Business Sector, this single addition effectively doubles Egyptalum’s total aluminium wire output to 120,000 tonnes a...
Walter launches thread milling grade WSM37G with PVD aluminium oxide coating
Walter has expanded its Tiger·tec Gold thread milling range with a new grade WSM37G, featuring PVD aluminium oxide coating. Rather than focusing on a single application, the new grade has been developed to operate across a wide spectrum of materials and machining conditions, delivering high temperature resistance and extended tool life, according to Walter. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. The product supports thread milling from a nominal diameter of 16 mm or UNC three-quarters and can be applied to steels, stainless steels, cast iron, non-ferrous materials, heat-resistant superalloys and hardened steels up to 55 HRC across ISO P, M, K, N, S and H materials groups....
Scatec's 1.95 GW Egyptian solar farm to deliver 6,000 GWh of clean energy annually
Scatec ASA, a Norwegian renewable energy developer, has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) for 1.95 GW of solar capacity and 3.9 GWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS), which will strengthen Egypt's utility-scale renewable power infrastructure. The project will combine solar generation with large-scale battery storage to deliver continuous renewable baseload power, addressing intermittency challenges typically associated with solar energy. In addition, Scatec will develop two standalone BESS facilities to support grid stability and balancing services. Once operational, the development is expected to become the largest combined solar and BESS installation in Africa and Scatec’s largest investment to date. To know more...
AB InBev to buy back 49.9% stake in US can plants to cut canned beer costs
Global brewing giant AB InBev is set to reclaim a 49.9 per cent stake in US aluminium can manufacturing plants under a pre-existing contractual right, tightening its grip on packaging operations as tariff and cost pressures continue to mount. The brewer owns a global brand portfolio led by Anheuser-Busch. The shareholding is related to properties that were sold in 2020 to Apollo Global Management Inc., a New York-based company that reportedly spent USD 3 billion for the Metal Container Corp. (MCC) factories. AB InBev, a corporation located in Belgium, maintained operational control over the facilities, enabling uninterrupted production and providing flexibility to expand ownership when circumstances called for it. Also read: Constellation keeps steady with Q3 after Q1 troubles and Q2...
Australia targets to achieve secured critical minerals supply chain with $1.2B stockpile
Australia has adopted a more assertive stance in the global contest for strategic resources, announcing plans to establish a national stockpile of critical minerals. According to a report on January 13, the federal government confirmed that it would commit AUD 1.2 billion (USD 805 million) to purchase and hold key minerals from domestic producers, in a bid to shore up defence preparedness, support advanced manufacturing, and lessen exposure to China’s dominance of the sector. The announcement was made jointly by Treasurer Jim Chalmers, Resources Minister Madeleine King and Trade Minister Don Farrell. Also read: Post-Venezuela’s capture, 7 countries tremble, fearing for their independence and their reserves The prime materials of the reserves will be rare-earth elements, antimony and...
Ernst & Young appointed as the new auditor for Canyon Resources
Canyon Resources has appointed Ernst & Young as its new external auditor, in place of HLB Mann Judd. This appointment has been conducted after the board of the company decided to change the previous auditor after a formal review and approval from the regulators. To know more about the global primary aluminium industry 2026 outlook, pre-book the report " Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2026 ” at a special price. Canyon Resources has chosen one of the Big Four firms as the company is expanding its operational base and it tends to start its initial phase of bauxite production. This change shows that the company is moving towards strengthening its corporate governance and financial reporting structure, which would be beneficial to handle all its operational bases. Although the auditor has...
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AL Circle x Bharath Rao: “EV two-wheelers will continue to gain share, particularly in urban and semi-urban markets”
Bharath Krishna Rao Potluri, the Co-Founder & CEO of Emobi is a visionary leader with a rich background in diverse industries, specifically renewable energy. Having initially played a pivotal role in the family business at United Telecoms Ltd., he led its expansion into renewable energy generation assets, overseeing 100MW of wind assets and 10MW of solar assets in different parts of India. He spent his formative years in grid-connected renewable energy during its nascency as an industry where Independent Power Producers (IPP) build exclusively renewable energy-based generation assets. As grid-connected renewable energy in an IPP model reached maturity, he identified the clear lack of technology know-how and scale of manufacturing requirements of energy storage products required to...
Nigeria urges shift to aluminium and fibre vessels for safety
A series of fatal water accidents has reportedly pushed the Federal Government of Nigeria to adopt strict actions on the safety standards on inland water transport. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged state governments to bring an end to the commercial use of wooden boats and replace them with safer aluminium and fibre-reinforced plastic vessels. Speaking through a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by his media adviser, Bolaji Akinola, the minister said the persistence of wooden vessels in passenger transport continues to put lives at risk. He described recent accidents as deeply distressing and offered his sympathies to the families affected, noting that such losses have become far too common on Nigeria’s rivers and creeks. Explore- Most accurate data...
China Aluminium cans chairman takes on key ISO standards role
China Aluminium Cans Holdings Ltd has announced that its chairman, Lin Wan Tsang, has been appointed to lead an important international standards body within the metal packaging sector. Lin has been named chair of the Light Gauge Metal Containers Technical Committee of the International Organisation for Standardisation, also known as ISO/TC 52. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The appointment is a step forward in the growing international profile of Lin within the global metal packaging industry. Previously, in 2022, he had been the chairperson of the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers. His elevation to the ISO committee is expected to further enhance the group’s influence in shaping global...
Japanese bullet train operator recycles old cars into high-purity aluminium alloys
Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Central), operator of the Tokaido Shinkansen between Tokyo and Osaka, is recycling retired bullet train cars into high-purity aluminium alloys for reuse across transport infrastructure and consumer products. Instead of treating old rolling stock as scrap, the operator is integrating recycled material back into its supply chain. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain To remove coatings and other residues while extracting high-purity aluminium alloys, the bullet train operator is using a patented technology. The project represents a departure from previous procedures, in which retired train cars were mainly downcycled for use as deoxidisers in steelmaking because removing paint, insulation and adhesives...
Aluminium’s strategic moment: Global economies act when India hesitates
In an attempt to rethink how global economies will function in a carbon-constrained future, industrial strategies are being reshaped around decarbonisation , clean energy, recyclability and the security of the critical raw materials. This recalibration is largely driven by the growing recognition of accessing strategic metals that will further define the financial position and the national security in the decades ahead. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain Among these materials, aluminium has emerged as the decisive driver for the low-carbon transition journey. Since it brings a rare combination of attributes, abundant availability, light weight, durability and recyclability, this metal becomes indispensable to renewable energy...
Cameroon bauxite project takes shape as Canyon locks in equipment, rail and leadership
Canyon Resources is pushing ahead with preparations at its Minim Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon, with the developer maintaining momentum across operations, transport and financing as it works towards a February 2026 commissioning milestone. The Australia-based miner said major equipment and infrastructure elements are now falling into place. A surface miner was delivered to the Port of Douala in December 2025, while upgrades to surrounding road networks have begun and are expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2026. To support bulk material movements, the company is also planning for the arrival of locomotives and wagons during the same period. On current timelines, Canyon is aiming to load its first shipment of bauxite for export in late June 2026. Most accurate...
RPM expands building envelope portfolio with Kalzip acquisition
As demand grows for high-performance building envelopes and lighter construction materials, RPM International is positioning itself for the next phase of expansion. The US-based group has reached an agreement to acquire Kalzip, the German specialist in aluminium roofing and façade systems, a move that signals a deeper push into specification-driven construction markets and an expanded international footprint. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with 50+ reports across the value chain The US-based coatings and construction materials group, headquartered in Medina, Ohio, said the transaction will see Kalzip integrated into its Tremco Construction Products Group (Tremco CPG). The acquisition is expected to enhance Tremco’s technical capabilities in aluminium-based systems...
